Can you use Vaseline to blend colored pencils?
Can you use Vaseline to blend colored pencils?
In this colored pencil lesson, the artist will demonstrate blending colored pencils with vaseline or also known as petroleum jelly, which makes the blending of colored pencils an easier, smoother and more enjoyable process.
What can you use for blending colored pencils?
Rubbing alcohol is a great solvent for colored pencils. It breaks down the wax binder in most colored pencils and allows the pigments to blend more like paint.
How do you blend colored pencils without rubbing alcohol?
Blending Colored Pencils with Household Items
- Vaseline.
- Baby Oil.
- Vegetable Oil.
- Olive Oil.
- Coconut oil.
- Isopropyl Alcohol (Rubbing Alcohol)
- Nail Polish Remover (with acetone)
- Nail Polish Remover (acetone free)
How do you use a colorless blending pencil?
However, adding a colorless blending pencil to your art box makes this method much easier. Blend colored pencils by overlaying lightly applied layers of each color. Applying too heavy of a layer first is one of the biggest mistakes you can make, so start slow and build up the colors.
What solvents are used to blend colored pencils?
There are a variety of solvents used to blend colored pencils. I will use easy to find, affordable, less toxic options for my examples. If you are looking for a purer, residue-less solvent for blending, one option (not covered here since it is less common) is to use mineral spirits like Gamsol.
Can you use baby oil to blend colored pencils?
Colored Pencil Blending Techniques: Baby Oil Another solvent you can use for blending colored pencil is baby oil. Like alcohol, it breaks down the pigments to help blend them. Use sparingly and avoid touching uncolored paper to avoid stains.
Why do some pencils look chalky when blended?
Some pencils tend to look a bit chalky when blended and they are not easy to smudge. Others, such as Prismacolor, have a softer wax base that helps make them a little more transparent and malleable. In high-quality pencils with a lot of pigment, you’ll also notice that some colors blend more easily due to the type of pigment they contain.
